Bus Monitor

Bus MonitorRide buses and help driver ensure safe and orderly transportation of students with disabilities.Ability to follow verbal instructions and communicate effectively Ability to operate safety equipment and adaptive equipment Ability to work well with children with disabilitiesNoneStudent ManagementLift and carry students with disabilities on and off the bus according to their individual needs.Supervise students as they board and leave bus and cross street.Take children into building and help them find their way.Learn and adapt to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.Manage student behavior and report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.Communicate with supervisor, principals, teachers and parents as needed on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus.Routes and SchedulesBecome familiar with all routes to and from school campus to be of assistance to driver.Maintain an updated route schedule.SafetySupervise use of seat belts, harnesses, or car seats by students.Follow emergency procedures and help driver administer first aid, if necessary.Operate equipment according to established safety procedures.Follow established procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, assisting students, etc.OtherBecome familiar with and follow procedures established by transportation and special education offices.Help driver keep bus clean.Work irregular hours as needed.Attend training sessions as required by supervisor.Maintain confidentiality.Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.Perform other duties as assigned.None.Wheelchair lifts, ramps, locks, and special needs adaptive equipmentMaintain emotional control under stress Frequent walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; moderate lifting and carrying Must be able to lift 25 pounds; up to 50 pounds with assistance Work outside and inside; work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts; moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes.